Discrimination Assistance - Syracuse Office

provided by New York State Executive Department, Division of Human Rights

New York State Division of Human Rights - Syracuse Satellite Office

333 E Washington Street
Room 543
Syracuse NY 13202

Toll Free:

888-392-3644

Main:

315-428-4633

Hours:

M-F 8:45AM-5:00PM. Not open for drop-ins.

Bus Service:

On several routes. Check CNY Centro.

Disabilities Access:

Wheelchair accessible. Use rear entrance.

Email:

infosyracuse@dhr.ny.gov

* Provides investigation and mediation services for those who feel they have been discriminated on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, physical disability, visual disability, psychiatric mental disability, marital status, source of income, age, sex, transgender status, arrest or conviction, family status, genetic predisposition, carrier status, sexual preference, military status, domestic violence victims, and sexual harassment and pregnancy discrimination.

* Provides enforcement of State and Federal laws against discrimination.

Eligibility: Alleged discriminatory act occurred in New York State within one year prior to filing complaint. Willingness to cooperate during investigation.

Application Process: Call, or visit website. State and sign (or e-sign) complaint of discrimination. Complaint form available on web site, or mailed upon request.

Required Documentation: Photo ID may be required for notarization.

Fees: None.

Coverage Note: Cayuga, Jefferson, Oneida, Onondaga, and Oswego Counties.

Languages: Spanish. Other language assistance available for any language requested, including sign language.

The NYS Division of Human Rights handles discrimination cases in employment, housing, credit, public accommodations, volunteer firefighters, private non-profit education, and internships. Covered bases are age, creed, marital status, family status, source of income, pregnancy, sexual harrassment, military status, national origin, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, disability, arrest record, conviction record, genetic pre-disposition, and domestic violence victim status.